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Mar. 13, 2020

Coronavirus Update – Stepwest Participants in Canada

Everything Stepwest participants need to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it is affecting them in Canada. Read more.

Feb. 28, 2020

9 Steps to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Your Internship in Canada

If you are looking to find an internship in Canada, you must optimize your LinkedIn profile. Check out our tips to create a strong profile!

Feb. 26, 2020

How to file your taxes as a student or Working Holiday participant in Canada – Updated for 2023

Filling your taxes as a student or working holiday in Canada can be complicated. Check out our FAQ on what you need to know about taxes in Canada!

Feb. 13, 2020

Follow Your Work or Study Permit Limits While in Canada: New Entry/Exit program!

What you need to know about Canada's Entry/Exit program: The importance of following your work or study permit limits during your time in Canada.

Feb. 7, 2020

International Experience Canada – Recognized Organization FAQs

Stepwest is a Recognized Organization (RO) under International Experience Canada (IEC). Find out how a RO can help you to work and travel in Canada.

Jan. 29, 2020

How to Create your RO IEC Profile: RO Working Holiday & RO Young Professional

If you are a Stepwest RO participant, this will help you create your RO IEC Profile for your Working Holiday or Young Professional work permit application.

Jan. 27, 2020

How to Pay for Biometrics from within Canada (International Experience Canada)

Biometrics is a mandatory step for all International Experience Canada (IEC) applicants. Learn everything you need to know on how to pay from within Canada.

Jan. 19, 2020

How to Find an Internship in Canada

Thinking about coming to Canada for your internship abroad experience? Read our best tips for finding your internship in Canada!

Dec. 5, 2019

Stepwest Stories – Maider from Spain and her Study & Work experience in Canada

Maider from Spain came to Vancouver to study and work after she graduated from University in Spain. Find out more about her experience with us!

Mar. 10, 2019

Recognized Organization – International Experience Canada FAQs 2019

We are a Recognized Organization (RO) designated by International Experience Canada (IEC). Find out how a RO can help you to work and travel in Canada

Mar. 1, 2019

Stepwest Stories – Mariel from Mexico and her Study & Work experience in Canada

Work and study in Vancouver like Mariel from Mexico! Get to know her experience working in Canada through our Business Essentials program.

Jun. 19, 2018

How to Rent in Vancouver for Your Working Holiday

On a working holiday in Vancouver and need somewhere to live for a while? Let us show you everything you need to know about how to rent in Vancouver.

Jun. 11, 2018

10 Reasons To Do A Working Holiday In Canada

Want to work and travel abroad? We give you the top 10 reasons why you should consider taking a working holiday in Canada!

Jun. 8, 2018

To-Do’s On Day 1 of Your Working Holiday In Canada

So you just landed at the airport for your working holiday in Canada - congrats! Here are the six things that you can (and should!) get done on your first day!

May 22, 2018

How to Get a BCID as an International Student or Working Holidayer in Canada

Wondering how to get your BCID as an international student or working holidayer in BC Canada? We have rounded up a list of FAQ's to help you guide you through the process! Check out our post on Stepwest now!

May 16, 2018

Portuguese Citizens Can Now Work in Canada on a Working Holiday

Portuguese citizens can now work in Canada thanks to a new open work permit allowing youth to work and travel in Canada for up to 2 years.

Aug. 14, 2016

How To Improve Your English For A Working Holiday in Canada

How do you learn English fast so you can have a successful working holiday in Canada? We're going to share 5 methods to help you improve your English!

Apr. 5, 2016

5 Tips For Writing A Canadian Internship Cover Letter

Want to land an internship in Canada? Let's start with the basics - write an impressive Canadian internship cover letter to guarantee your internship interview!